millbank Posted May 30, 2012 Posted May 30, 2012 (edited) Making of The Dark Side of The Moon Making of The Wall Waters on The Wall Few people would not have both of these albums in their collections or at least heard and seen them. Both have endured the test of time and each have their place in music history, which Pink Floyd album, in your opinion is the greatest overall, Dark Side of The Moon or The Wall? and why? There are likely better links online available that are better but found both these to be lengthy but interesting. Edited May 30, 2012 by millbank
section122 Posted May 30, 2012 Posted May 30, 2012 can I start a write in campaign for Animals? Out of the 2 I have a difficult time deciding. I have owned the wall on vhs, dvd, and cd, as well as plans to see Waters perform it in Buffalo. I have owned Darkside on vinyl, dvd, and saw Waters perform it at Darien Lake. Gun to my head I have no idea which I would pick.
Phlegm Alley Posted May 30, 2012 Posted May 30, 2012 can I start a write in campaign for Animals? Out of the 2 I have a difficult time deciding. I have owned the wall on vhs, dvd, and cd, as well as plans to see Waters perform it in Buffalo. I have owned Darkside on vinyl, dvd, and saw Waters perform it at Darien Lake. Gun to my head I have no idea which I would pick. Animals is my favorite PF album as well and by a lot. If I had to choose between The Wall or DSOTM, I would have to say The Wall.
eSJayDee Posted May 30, 2012 Posted May 30, 2012 I think Dark Side of the Moon has endured better. Had you have asked me ~25 yrs ago, my opinion might've been different.
The Poojer Posted May 30, 2012 Posted May 30, 2012 (edited) Dark side stands up on its own merits...the wall has all the theatrics that enhance it so well...DSOTM or Animals to me are ranked above The Wall, as an album,...that said i'd be equally happy listening to any or all 3 Edited May 30, 2012 by The Poojer
section122 Posted May 30, 2012 Posted May 30, 2012 Dark side stands up on its own merits...the wall has all the theatrics that enhance it so well...DSOM or Animals to me are ranked above The Wall, as an album,...that said i'd be equally happy listening to any or all 3 I know it may be blasphemy to say this but Division Bell ranks very high on my list. Gilmour impressed me so much and the vocals were incredibly haunting esp on what do you want from me and keep talking. It was a classic case of breaking up with a girl, finding that album , and feeling like it spoke to me personally.
The Poojer Posted May 30, 2012 Posted May 30, 2012 ain't nuttin' wrong with that at all!! that's what makes music so awesome! I know it may be blasphemy to say this but Division Bell ranks very high on my list. Gilmour impressed me so much and the vocals were incredibly haunting esp on what do you want from me and keep talking. It was a classic case of breaking up with a girl, finding that album , and feeling like it spoke to me personally.
Taro T Posted May 30, 2012 Posted May 30, 2012 can I start a write in campaign for Animals? Out of the 2 I have a difficult time deciding. I have owned the wall on vhs, dvd, and cd, as well as plans to see Waters perform it in Buffalo. I have owned Darkside on vinyl, dvd, and saw Waters perform it at Darien Lake. Gun to my head I have no idea which I would pick. Only if I get to make the case for Wish You Were Here. Of the 2 to choose from, I'd lean towards The Dark Side of the Moon. That album fits into better memories for me than does The Wall. Add in Dick Parry on sax and Clare Torry >>> Toni Tenille and I'd definitely go with TDSOTM. Saw Waters play The Wall last time he came through town. It is amazing, you're in for a VERY good show. My wife, who REALLY dislikes The Wall thought the show was fantastic.
Rico Posted May 30, 2012 Posted May 30, 2012 Neither. Wish You Were Here, with honorable mention to Piper At The Gates Of Dawn... both because of Syd. Of those two, Dark Side easily over the overrated Wall.
PromoTheRobot Posted May 30, 2012 Posted May 30, 2012 For me Floyd jumped the shark with the Wall. Roger Waters' ego out of control. They are a better band without him. PTR
bbb Posted May 30, 2012 Posted May 30, 2012 ain't nuttin' wrong with that at all!! that's what makes music so awesome! Dark Side for sure. I so wish I had seen Waters do that in '07. I may still go see The Wall - that show looked very impressive on 60 Minutes, but not if he did Dark Side again, I'd go for sure.
SageAgainstTheMachine Posted May 30, 2012 Posted May 30, 2012 I'll throw in another vote for DSOTM. The Wall has quite a few tracks that are frankly unlistenable.
Chef Jim Posted May 30, 2012 Posted May 30, 2012 Can I be the first one here to say that The Wall sucked and was filled with popular drivel. Can't stand it, it got played to death.
Reed83HOF Posted May 30, 2012 Posted May 30, 2012 can I start a write in campaign for Animals? +1000000 Animals is an excellent album (Dogs is an all time favorite song), but to keep with the purpose of this thread... DSOTM > The Wall To me The Wall has always been overrated, even though Comf. Numb is on there. ABITW Part 2 is a terrible song... PS: Division Bell has a couple great songs that always seem to be underrated Coming Back to Life and What Do You Want From Me?
Fan in San Diego Posted May 30, 2012 Posted May 30, 2012 I cant decide which I like better. It's a tie between them both.
bbb Posted May 31, 2012 Posted May 31, 2012 Yes. In fact, we're limited to just two albums, which is being flaunted.
bowery4 Posted May 31, 2012 Posted May 31, 2012 (edited) DSOTM by far, take a trip in a car with that one and a couple of spliffs and you will understand. And The Animals had a bunch of great albums too Edited May 31, 2012 by bowery4
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